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Course Objectives

Introduction to geomorphology and basic concepts. The Earth and Nature of the Earth's Interior. Earth Cycles. Volcanic Activity and Landforms. Weathering, Erosion and Soil. Topographic expression of deformed structures, Tectonic Geomorphology, Fluvial processes and Landforms. Drainage Systems. Karstic terrains and Groundwater. Glacial processes and Landforms. Coastal Zones and Processes. Eolian processes and Landforms. Mass Movement and Mass Wasting., Geomorphological mapping, geomorphological symbols and abbreviations.

 

(1) to teach the Earth surface processes and origin of land,

(2) to teach the classification of geomorphologic features,

(3) to develop an understanding of relation of geomorphological features to erosion and tectonics,

(4) to make students aware of the importance of climate, controlling both processes and products of weathering,

(5) to teach how to prepare and interpret geomorphological maps,

(6) to visualize in 3D and geological time concept.